Apparel, Fashion, Retail

How China’s Belt And Road Is Shaping Fashion In Africa

Textile Insights June 26, 2025

New research tracks how garments made in China reflect rising influence and resistance across the Global South. China’s growing influence in Africa is being stitched into the fabric of daily life, quite literally through fashion. A new research project is investigating how the Belt and Road

Apparel, Fashion, Retail

Ghana Hosts First WRAP Training To Boost Apparel Exports

Textile Insights June 19, 2025

Ghana has achieved a significant milestone in its garment and textile industry with the successful completion of the first-ever WRAP Technical Assistance Training of Trainers workshop in Accra on June 11, 2025. Organized by the Ministry of Trade, Agribusiness and Industry (MoTAI) with support from GIZ’s “Invest for Jobs” programme, the two-day event marked a […]

Apparel, Fashion, Retail

Cantabil Launches 600th Store In Baramulla

Textile Insights June 12, 2025

Cantabil Retail India Ltd., one of India’s fastest-growing fashion and lifestyle brands, has achieved a significant milestone with the launch of its 600th exclusive brand outlet. The new store, located in Baramulla, Jammu & Kashmir, spans 3,016 sq. ft. and is designed to offer an immersive, elevated fashion retail experience. This landmark opening underscores

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Kizi Apparels Ltd. Partners With AJIO To Expand Digital Retail Presence

Textile Insights May 20, 2025

Kizi Apparels Ltd., a rising player in India’s fashion apparel industry, has announced its onboarding by AJIO, the digital fashion platform of Reliance Retail. Under this partnership, Kizi will offer its range of garments on AJIO’s e-commerce platform under the brand name KIZI. Launched in April 2016 during Lakmé Fashion Week, AJIO is Reliance Retail’s […]

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UNIQLO Opens Fourth Mumbai Store At Inorbit Mall, Malad

Textile Insights May 19, 2025

Expands LifeWear reach in one of the city’s fastest-growing neighborhoods Global apparel retailer UNIQLO has opened its fourth store in Mumbai at Inorbit Mall, Malad, marking its 16th physical outlet in India. Strategically located in Malad West, the new store aims to bring UNIQLO’s signature LifeWear – high-quality, functional and timeless clothing – to more […]

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RSWM Launches ‘GLIDE’ Denim Collection At Denim & Jeans India 2025

Textile Insights May 19, 2025

RSWM Ltd., the flagship company of the LNJ Bhilwara Group, unveiled its Autumn/Winter 2026-27 denim collection, GLIDE, under the LNJ Denim vertical at the 7th edition of the Denim and Jeans India Exhibition in Bengaluru. This marks RSWM’s first full-fledged presence at the exhibition and the debut of shirting and non-indigo (ecru) denim in its […]

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VIP Clothing Expands Frenchie X Retail Footprint To Mumbai, Delhi & Pune

Textile Insights April 24, 2025

Building on the successful launch of Frenchie X in Goa, VIP Clothing Limited, a pioneer in India’s innerwear industry, has expanded its premium collection to over 100 stores across Mumbai, Pune, and Delhi. This marks a significant step in the brand’s mission to offer comfortable, stylish, and high-quality innerwear to a wider customer base. The […]

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Bodice Unveils Eco Collection with Bemberg

Textile Insights April 20, 2025

In a striking return to the runway, contemporary Indian fashion label Bodice unveiled its latest collection at its flagship store in New Delhi, in collaboration with Bemberg, the regenerated cellulose fibre brand by Asahi Kasei Corporation, Japan. The showcase marks a journey of self-discovery, transformation and mindful fashion, bringing together heritage textiles, modern

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Forever 21 Files For Bankruptcy Again, Plans US Wind-Down

Textile Insights March 29, 2025

Forever 21’s US operating company has filed for bankruptcy for the second time in six years, citing intense competition from foreign fast fashion brands and shifting consumer trends. The retailer announced plans for an “orderly wind-down” of its US business while keeping stores and its website operational for now. Liquidation sales will be conducted, and […]

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Levi’s Appoints Diljit Dosanjh As New Brand Ambassador

Textile Insights March 9, 2025

Levi’s has announced global icon Diljit Dosanjh as its newest brand ambassador, making him the first Punjabi artist to join the brand’s creative community. Following his record-breaking Dil-Luminati Tour and historic Coachella debut, this collaboration merges Levi’s timeless appeal with Diljit’s trailblazing journey in music, cinema and style. “Diljit